Sold Semi-detached

23 SHORNCLIFFE CRESCENT

FOLKESTONE, KENT CT20 3PF

4 beds Listed 24 Sep 2008 (-6471d)

£275,000

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Property details

Last sold

£275,000 Sep 2009

Local average

£380,345 (-27.7%)

Deprivation

Decile 7 (21,093 of 33,755)

Street crime

177 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Price Range: £275,000 - £300,000
  • Four Bedrooms including En Suite to Master
  • Three Reception Rooms and Conservatory
  • Walking Distance to Folkestone West train station

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

THE PROPERTY: Well, what a surprise this one is. An extended semi detached house which now provides four bedrooms, including an en suite to the master bedroom, two reception rooms, study and conservatory. The house also benefits from gas central heating and a private rear garden with a sunny aspect.The house is situated in one of the most sought after areas of Folkestone and is within walking distance of the Cheriton mainline railway station.
Accommodation: (Accommodation describes the current use of the rooms with approximate measurements)Double glazed front entrance door leading to:
Entrance Hall: 8' × 7'4 (2.44m × 2.24m) Double glazed window, central heating thermostat, radiator, stairs to first floor, laminate flooring.
Cloakroom: Window to side, suite comprising low level wc and wash basin, laminate flooring.
Lounge: 14'7 × 11' (4.45m × 3.36m) Double glazed bay window to front, wooden mantel, laminate flooring, radiator.
Study: 8'1 × 7'5 (2.47m × 2.26m) Double glazed window to front, laminate flooring, radiator.
Kitchen/Diner: Kitchen area:10'9 x 8'8 Double glazed window overlooking rear garden, fitted in a range of matching base and wall units including an inset single drainer 1½ bowl sink unit, four ring gas hob with oven beneath, space for tumble dryer and washing machine, space for fridge freezer, BAXI gas boiler for hot water and central heating, laminate flooring, opening to:Dining area:13'11 x 10'10 Built in cupboard, two radiators, laminate flooring and doors to:
Conservatory: 10'6 × 8'9 (3.2m × 2.67m) Double glazed with doors to rear garden, ceramic tiled flooring.
First Floor: Landing.
Bedroom 1: 11' × 10'6 (3.36m × 3.2m) Double glazed window to front, laminate flooring, radiator with door to:
En Suite Shower Room: 8' × 6'2 (2.44m × 1.88m) Double glazed window to front, double shower cubicle, pedestal wash basin, low level wc, chrome towel radiator, slate flooring.
Bedroom 2: 10'10 × 10'10 (3.3m × 3.3m) Double glazed window to rear, laminate flooring, radiator, ornate fireplace.
Bedroom 3: 10'11 × 8'2 (3.33m × 2.49m) Double glazed window to rear, radiator.
Family Bathroom: 8'3 × 5' (2.52m × 1.53m) Double glazed window to side, white suite comprising panelled bath with electric shower over, pedestal wash basin, low level wc, chrome towel radiator, ceramic tiled flooring.
Second Floor: .
Bedroom 4: 16' × 10' (4.88m × 3.05m) and 10' x 6'6 Two double glazed Velux windows and stripped wood flooring.
Outside:
Front Garden: Lawned with driveway for two vehicles leading to:
Garage: Detached.
Rear Garden: Approximately 79ft in length, surrounded by trees, mainly lawned with decking area which is surrounded by flowerbeds. Shed, side gate providing access to front.
Please Note: All dimensions are approximate and are quoted for guidance only, their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose. Buyers are advised to obtain verification from their solicitors as to the Freehold/Leasehold status of the property, the position regarding any fixtures and fittings and where the property has been extended/converted as to Planning Approval and Building Regulations compliance. These particulars do not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may they be regarded as representations. All interested parties must themselves verify their accuracy. Where a room layout is included this is for general guidance only, it is not to scale and its accuracy cannot be confirmed.

Listed by

Folkestone

Arun Estates

Reference: 19513660

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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First floor

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Second floor

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Price history

344% since 1996

Event Date Price % change
Sold 18/09/2009 (16 years ago) £275,000 +343.5%
Sold 17/09/1996 (29 years ago) £62,000

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address Price Date Type
78 SHORNCLIFFE CRESCENT, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 3PG £557,600 15/12/2025 Semi-detached
31 BRAMBLEY CRESCENT, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 3PU £326,000 12/12/2025 Semi-detached
53 SHORNCLIFFE CRESCENT, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 3PF £460,000 11/12/2025 Semi-detached
6 WALMER WAY, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 3QQ £227,500 08/11/2023 Semi-detached
13 WALMER WAY, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 3QQ £240,000 01/09/2023 Semi-detached
8 SHORNCLIFFE CRESCENT, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 3PF £600,000 05/06/2023 Semi-detached
73 SHORNCLIFFE CRESCENT, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 3PG £535,000 16/12/2022 Semi-detached
57 SHORNCLIFFE CRESCENT, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 3PG £676,800 09/12/2022 Semi-detached
177 SHORNCLIFFE ROAD, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 3PD £535,000 07/10/2022 Semi-detached
4 SOUTHERNWOOD RISE, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 3NN £330,000 14/09/2022 Semi-detached
43 BRAMBLEY CRESCENT, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 3PU £315,000 02/08/2022 Semi-detached
THE MEWS GERALDINE ROAD, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT19 4BN £250,000 28/07/2022 Semi-detached
151 SHORNCLIFFE ROAD, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 3PD £485,000 23/02/2022 Semi-detached
32 SHORNCLIFFE CRESCENT, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 3PF £425,000 27/09/2021 Semi-detached
182 SHORNCLIFFE ROAD, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 3PH £390,000 27/08/2021 Semi-detached
10 WALMER WAY, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 3QQ £235,000 04/08/2021 Semi-detached
70 ENBROOK VALLEY, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 3NA £295,000 30/07/2021 Semi-detached
30 FREMANTLE ROAD, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 3PY £260,000 09/07/2021 Semi-detached
20 ROMNEY AVENUE, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 3QJ £290,000 30/06/2021 Semi-detached
178 SHORNCLIFFE ROAD, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 3PH £213,500 17/06/2021 Semi-detached

Area average: £382,320 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 2.9%
10y growth 136.4%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Folkestone and Hythe. Series: Semi-detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 3.7%
5y (index) 19.7%
10y (index) 52.5%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Folkestone and Hythe. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £1,031/mo
Realistic £1,145/mo
Optimistic £1,260/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Folkestone and Hythe.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Dover-Shepway: £1,197/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Hook Close 0.1 miles
Shop A B S Minimarket 0.1 miles
Shop A.B's Minimarket 0.1 miles
Train station Folkestone West 0.3 miles
Train station Folkestone Central 0.9 miles
Hospital Royal Victoria Hospital and Folkestone Minor Injury Unit 1.0 miles
Hospital Kent Community Health 1.4 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 65
Shoplifting 26
Anti-social behaviour 25
Criminal damage and arson 18
Other theft 11
Drugs 9
Vehicle crime 6
Burglary 5
Other crime 4
Public order 4
Possession of weapons 3
Bicycle theft 1
Total incidents 177

Within 1 mile during Apr 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name Type Distance Ofsted
Sandgate Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Good — 10 Nov 2021
Morehall Primary School and Nursery Primary 0.4 miles Good — 20 Oct 2019
All Soul's Church of England Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Good — 8 Nov 2023
The Harvey Grammar School Secondary 0.5 miles Outstanding — 25 Apr 2016
Birchwood Other 0.5 miles Good — 11 Mar 2019

Rental Comparables

Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 4-bedroom count for this property.

Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.42%
Max investor price (0.8%) £143,125
Target investor price (1%) £114,500
  • Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
  • Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
  • Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
  • Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).